Introduction to Sanger Sequencing
Half day-virtual

Sample Submissions for Confirmatory Diagnostic Testing
virtual

Phytoplasma Molecular Detection
In-person
March 11-12, 2026

The Phytoplasma Molecular Detection Workshop will be returning in 2025. This 2-day workshop provides an introduction on Phytoplasmas, their taxonomy and disease symptoms associated with some of these bacterial pathogens of interest to APHIS PPQ. The hands-on portion of the training will focus on available phytoplasma-infected samples and cover sample preparation, DNA extraction/purification, molecular assays, and interpretation of results.

Implementation of Good Lab Practices for DNA extraction & qPCR
In-person

Phytophthora 101
in-person
March 02-06, 2026

The Phytophthora 101 Workshop is a 4-and-a-half-day, in-person program combining lectures with hands-on lab activities. The workshop covers DNA extraction methods from host woody and leaf tissue, real-time PCR protocols for diagnosing the Phytophthora kernoviae complex (ITS1 and ITS2 assays), and P. ramorum (ITS and Elicitin assays), as well as results interpretation. Each day includes lectures, lab work, and discussions on participant results, troubleshooting, and best lab practices for optimal outcomes.

Plant Pathogen Diagnostic Certification Program

Virtual

Plant Pathogen Diagnostic Certification Program

Virtual